Quality Assurance Administrator – KARAN BEEF

Company: KARAN BEEF
Position: Quality Assurance Administrator
Location: Balfour, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Industry: Food Manufacturing & Processing
Closing Date: 23 June 2026

Join KARAN BEEF as a Quality Assurance Administrator

KARAN BEEF is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Administrator to join its team at the Balfour abattoir. This role is ideal for a quality assurance professional with extensive food industry experience and a strong understanding of food safety systems, quality management processes, and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining quality certifications, supporting audits, managing quality documentation, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management & Compliance

• Maintain all KARAN BEEF quality certifications and compliance requirements.
• Administer and maintain Quality Management System (QMS) documentation and records.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company procedures.
• Verify adherence to ISO 22000, GMP, and related food safety systems.

Audits & Food Safety

• Coordinate and administer internal and external audits.
• Manage food safety engagements and compliance assessments.
• Track and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Support cross-functional teams in resolving quality non-conformances.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain quality records and product specifications.
• Track, review, and document product and process changes.
• Compile quality metrics and performance reports.
• Prepare management review reports and compliance documentation.

Laboratory & Quality Control Administration

• Coordinate internal and external laboratory activities.
• Manage product and process sampling programmes.
• Ensure product inspections are completed and documented accurately.
• Monitor quality trends and recommend corrective actions where required.

Training & Continuous Improvement

• Train and develop laboratory assistants and quality controllers.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality administration processes.
• Assist in implementing continuous improvement initiatives across the department.

Health & Safety

• Act as the Health and Safety Custodian for the department.
• Promote compliance with workplace health and safety standards.

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Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• BSc in Food Science (Biotechnology) or an equivalent qualification

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience within the food manufacturing and processing industry
• Proven experience in quality assurance and food safety systems

Technical Skills

• Strong computer literacy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using ERP systems
• Knowledge of ISO 22000, GMP, QMS, CAPA, and food safety regulations

Required Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Leadership and team development abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Results-driven and self-motivated approach

Why Join KARAN BEEF?

• Work for one of South Africa’s leading beef producers
• Opportunity to contribute to world-class food safety and quality standards
• Exposure to advanced food manufacturing and processing operations
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Dynamic and fast-paced working environment

Employment Equity

KARAN BEEF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Preference will be given to applicants from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups in line with the company’s employment equity objectives.

Application Information

Position: Quality Assurance Administrator
Location: Balfour, Mpumalanga
Company: KARAN BEEF
Closing Date: 23 June 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.